Calculates the potential value of a legal malpractice claim based on the value of the underlying case, the strength of the malpractice case, and the.
Formula
const baseValue = inputs.underlyingCaseValue * (inputs.probabilityOfSuccess / 100); const feeRecovery = inputs.legalFeesPaid; const severityMultiplier = inputs.malpracticeSeverity === 'Minor Negligence' ? 0.5 : (inputs.malpracticeSeverity === 'Gross Negligence' ? 0.75 : 1.0); const cappedValue = inputs.stateDamagesCap ? Math.min(baseValue * severityMultiplier, 75000) : baseValue * severityMultiplier; return { potentialClaimValue: cappedValue, recoverableFees: feeRecovery };Value of Underlying Case
50,000
Probability of Success in Underlying Case (%)
50
Legal Fees Paid to Malpracticing Attorney
5,000
Severity of Malpractice
Minor Negligence
Are Damages Capped in Your State?
0
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Legal Malpractice Claim Worth Calculator estimates Estimated Claim Value, Recoverable Legal Fees using Value of Underlying Case, Probability of Success in Underlying Case (%), Legal Fees Paid to Malpracticing Attorney, Severity of Malpractice. Legal outcomes vary significantly by jurisdiction, case specifics, and attorney quality. This calculator provides a directional estimate — consult a qualified attorney in your state or country before making legal or settlement decisions.
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The estimate combines Value of Underlying Case, Probability of Success in Underlying Case (%), Legal Fees Paid to Malpracticing Attorney and returns Estimated Claim Value, Recoverable Legal Fees.
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